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busting essential oil myths like this one. The author of the page, Dr. Robert Pappas, explains: “There seems to be a misconception that there is some


kind of independent body that certifies oils as therapeutic grade, but to this date there is no such body, at least not one that is widely recognized. Does this mean there is no such thing as therapeutic grade? No, but just realize that any therapeutic grade standard out there right now is an inter- nally derived company standard. Now this standard may be an overall great standard and perfectly acceptable to me or any other analyst or aromatherapist out there but it just needs to be noted that it’s not an independent standard.”


All true essential oils are therapeutic by nature. In order for an essential oil to not be therapeutic, it wouldn’t be an essential oil at all. It might be a synthetic fragrance oil, a reconstructed oil, or a highly adulterated oil, but it won’t be a true essential oil. Some companies use the term therapeutic quality to mean genuine, unadulterated, pure essential oil with nothing added or taken away. So if you see the term used, ask the company ex- actly what they mean by it to get a better idea of their standards.


So long as you use a pure essential oil, you can freely ingest it and use it undiluted…


Essential oils are extremely concentrated substances that demand careful use. The benefit of highly concentrated substances is that you can use a small amount of it and dilute it in something else. Essential oils are no different. Even the purest of oils, in the vast majority of situations, should be diluted in a carrier oil before they’re used. The type of oil you use (meaning the plant material), not the brand, and where you are using it determines how carefully it must be diluted.


As an aromatherapist, I can’t begin to describe how very concerned I am with the trend of freely ingesting essential oils, be they dropped into water or placed in a capsule. In fact, if you’re going to ingest them, especially long-term, you need the guidance of a professional to prevent any internal organ or tissue damage. If you must go this route be sure to consult a trained Aromatic Medicine Practitioner. By the way, water and oil don’t mix. When you drop an es- sential oil into water, it doesn’t freely disperse like an herbal ex- tract. It floats on top and hits the sensitive tissue in your throat and mouth, potentially causing irritation and/or burns!


Essential oils are perfectly safe to use during pregnancy, breast- feeding, and around or on infants and young children… No one would ever suggest that an unborn baby, infant, or


young child should have an adult medication at an adult dose. We all understand that their small, sensitive bodies could have a very negative response. The same is true for essential oils. Many oils are unsafe to use


while pregnant, breastfeeding, or around infants. As children grow, the restrictions lessen, but great care needs to be exercised. Some very common oils, like peppermint and Eucalyptus, are known to trigger breathing difficulties in children when used incorrectly.


You can never/can always trust an essential oil brand represen- tative… There’s never going to be an easy, one-size-fits-all answer


when it comes to essential oil brand representatives. There abso- lutely are essential oil reps that make safe and accurate informa- tion their top priority. I know some of them. These people have generally gone through outside training and/or certifications to ensure they have the education needed to best help their custom- ers.


On the flip side, not all brand consultants give factual infor-


mation. It’s vital you know where an essential oil representative got his or her information before you accept it as truth and apply it. The sales rep may stand up in front of a group and teach a class, but that doesn’t necessarily make the person a trusted source of information. Before following the guidance of a brand rep, find out if the individual has gone through any training or certifications outside of what is offered by their company or team sponsor. If not, keep that in mind as the representative gives suggestions or information.


If you use a pure essential oil on your skin and it causes a rash or burn then it’s just a detox reaction… The plain and simple truth of this one is that if you put any substance on your skin and it causes a rash or burns, it should not have been put on your skin in the first place. This is an adverse reaction, not a harmless detox reaction. Clearly a burn, rush, or any other type of abnormal issues with your skin indicate an ir- ritation. In addition, a detox reaction occurs when something is taken away, not added. So, if you find yourself with a rash or a burn after using an essential oil on your skin it is your body saying to stop! This is one of the reasons why a patch test is recom- mended on a small area before using any substance on a larger area.


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